Samsung Epic 4G Micro USB Port Replacement

Slide your fingernail along the edge of the device to release the plastic backing.

You may hear a snap sound when it detaches from the device.

Listen for the snap sound and then pull the plastic backing away gently.

Remove the battery by gently pulling its edge upwards.

Locate the memory card in the upper right-hand corner of the device.

• Gently slide the memory card out of its holder using your fingers.

Remove seven Phillips #000 screws from the back of the phone.

• Separate the backing and silver trim using a nylon spudger.
• This will cause most buttons, including the power button, to fall out.

Remove power button using tweezers.

• If a replacement is desired, install a new power button from an authorized manufacturer.

Do not rip the white cables from the device.

• Remove the white cable along the right side using a nylon spudger.
• Pull out both ends of the white cable without excessive tension.

Use a Tri-Point Y0 screwdriver to remove the screw securing the antenna assembly.

• Snap the antenna assembly out of the device gently with your fingers.

Use a nylon spudger to pry the large flex cable loose, located on the left side of the phone below the smaller one.

• Pry the small flex cable from the top of the phone using a nylon spudger.
• Repeat this step for the larger flex cable located on the left side of the device.

Remove the motherboard using caution to avoid damage.

• Lift out the motherboard from the device.
• The USB port is located at the top of the board, just below its removal location.
• Replace it with a new one, using a part from a known manufacturer to ensure compatibility.